This is quite possibly one of the easiest, most satisfying “salads” (no lettuce involved) to throw together if you need another aspect to your meal. Chinese Smashed Cucumbers, or pai haung gua, is the perfect combination of spicy, sweet, tart, crunchy and goes well with many dishes. This dish is sort of a version of…

A couple nights ago I was craving one of my favorite appetizers from one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Marin County, Cucina, so I decided to use my memory and recreate the dish! What you need: 2 zucchinis, shredded Either slivered almonds or almond slices (I found almond slices) 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, shredded…